Research Director, Software Channels (London)

About the Role & Team

The Research Director for Software Channels & Ecosystems is a senior role covering channels and ecosystems specific to software‑centric channels and ecosystems, and all the external factors that impact software and services opportunities for technology vendors and their partner ecosystems.

This role sits within the IDC Worldwide Channels & Ecosystems team and is a key contributor to the research agenda and direction, custom research engagements, client engagement and inquiries, program and business growth, and strategy and alignment to IDC goals.

The Research Director will be responsible for program health of the Software Channels research program, including driving a forward‑looking research agenda, writing and publishing research on schedule, and managing client engagement and inquiries. The role will also participate in cross‑group research and custom research opportunities and will often be the lead contributor. Additionally, the D...